Family Reunification Program

Who We Are

Migration and Refugee Services provides community based family reunification services to unaccompanied children who are in immigration proceedings. With support from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, MRS through its national network of more than 200 social service agencies, provides a necessary safety net for families who have been separated by migration. MRS' network provides home assessments and post-release services to strengthen recently reunified families and help them integrate into local communities.

What We Do

The program provides an alternative to detention and supports family reunification whenever possible.

Provide sponsors with psychosocial education on the child's unique needs

Identify family strengths and social supports

Help families develop an individualized plan for successful integration

Continuous assessment of child's safety and well-being

Referrals to affordable and bilingual community resources

Systems advocacy to overcome barriers to services

Family preservation services to mitigate risk for breakdown

How You Can Help

Partner with us to provide family reunification services for recently reunified families! Contact Children’s Services / (202-541-3081) at USCCB to learn how you can assist in family reunification efforts.

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